Portland, OR Landscaping Rules: Native Plants (2026)

3. All dead bushes, dead trees, and stumps with the exception of such material that:

a. Is being maintained as part of a naturescaped property;

b. Does not result in a nuisance as otherwise defined in this chapter; and

c. Is located on a property that is otherwise substantially in compliance with this Chapter;

4. All trees that are dead, dying or dangerous and are determined by the City Forester or a private certified arborist to require removal in order to safeguard people or property per the provisions in Portland City Code Title 11;

5. Accumulations of dead organic matter and yard debris, with the exception of small accumulations of such material in a maintained compost area on the property and only if such material does not result in a nuisance, such as creating rat harborage, as otherwise defined in this chapter; and

6. Accumulations of clothing and any other items not designed for outdoor storage.

I. Storage of non-trash items. Remove, and keep removed, unless specifically authorized by ordinance to do otherwise:

1. Accumulations of wood pallets.

2. Any woody debris from Elm trees and all firewood that is not stacked and useable. “Useable” firewood has more wood than rot and is cut to lengths that will fit an approved fireplace or wood stove on the property. Elmwood that is infected with Dutch Elm Disease must be properly disposed of at the direction of the City Forester, per the provisions in Portland City Code Title 11, Trees.